Methodology:
predictions are based on the 2011 Sagarin ratings, which use
the ELO Chess system -- strength of schedule plus record against
common opponents -- to rank 247 Div I college teams.

Predictions for 2013
assume that the "Big East" conference will have collapsed
by the end of the 2012 season, leaving RU's schedulers free to
sign up creampuffs who will provide an even more amazing opportunity
for an undefeated season.

See
below for the

March
of the Creampuffs

2012

(12-0)

Tulane (W)

Howard (W)

South Florida (W)

Arkansas (W)*

Syracuse (W)

UConn (W)

Temple (W)

Kent State (W)

Army (W)

Cincinnati (W)

Pittsburgh (W)

Louisville (W)

Postseason: Orange Bowl
(L)

*Note:
projected at beginning of season as Arkansas win. Revised after
serious week 2 injuries to star QB Tyler Wilson and CB Tevin
Mitchell, followed by Arkansas's 34-31 pounding by unranked University
of Louisiana-Monroe.